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Question:	How do I issue a claim in the Employment Tribunal?
Answer:	If you’re not using legal representation, you can issue legal proceedings on line by visiting the site for Employment Tribunals at www.employmenttribunals.gov.uk/ and by following the detailed guidance and forms on their site. Remember: · Claims should normally be received by the Employment Tribunal no later than three months less a day from the date of dismissal / the date of the last act complained of. This is a very important time limit to observe, especially in unfair dismissal claims. · It is advisable to exhaust any internal grievance or appeal procedures if you can before you issue a Tribunal claim, and if you do not do so, a Tribunal award may be reduced by up to 25%. Last updated: July 2010.
James Carmody Employment Solicitor Reculver Solicitors 12-16 Clerkenwell Road London EC1M 5PQ www.reculversolicitors.co.uk info@reculversolicitors.co.uk Tel 0207 324 6271 Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority © Reculver Solicitors. 2005-